Nutrition and Diet: Food Ingredients, Labels, and More
Welcome to our nutrition and diet page, where you can learn about what you’re really eating. If you’re seeking guidance on meal planning, exploring dietary trends, or aiming to learn about nutrients in food so that you can make informed food choices, you are in the right place. We are always improving this page – so be sure to check back often.
80% of Americans Exposed to Fertility-Ruining Pesticides in Oat-Based Foods
A concerning discovery has been made regarding the presence of a chemical pesticide, chlormequat, in oat-based foods available in the U.S.
FDA: Children’s Applesauce PURPOSELY Contaminated with Heavy Metals
The FDA believes certain brands of children’s applesauce have been intentionally contaminated with heavy metals lead chromate.
Virus-Resistant GMO Pork Inches Closer to Human Consumption Amidst Consumer Uncertainty
Virus-resistant pork from genetically modified pigs could soon be served as your next meal. Are you ready for GMO bacon?
Zinc “Crucial” for Improving Blood Sugar Regulation for Diabetics
Good news for diabetics. A meta analysis suggests zinc supplementation plays a crucial role in enhancing blood sugar control.
B Vitamins Shown to Boost Both Short Term and Long Term Memory Function
A newly conducted study coming from Australia has shown that vitamin B12 and folic acid supplements hold some promise in supporting both short term and long term memory function. B…
Medicinal Mushrooms Proven to Fight the Human Papilloma Virus
One of the many conditions that certain species of mushrooms have been found to heal is human papilloma virus infections. They can even eradicate the virus.
Bee Pollen: 50/1000th of a Millimeter Particle is a Complete Superfood
Bee Pollen is one of nature’s most perfect foods that can not be re-created. Millions have experienced the natural benefits.
Vitamin B17: Able to Treat and Prevent Cancer, or Pure Poison?
There is a lot of controversy surrounding vitamin B17 and it’s toxicity. Is it a poisonous substance similar to cyanide, or is it able to treat cancer?
New Link Between Mother’s Pregnancy Diet and Offspring’s Chances of Obesity Found
We have heard it said for some time now ”you are what you eat.” Meaning, if you consume foods that are not healthful, your health will ultimately be compromised. Mothers…
Wendy’s Plans to Eliminate Antibiotics from Chicken Production in 2017
Wendy’s announced earlier this month that it would phase out the use of antibiotics important to human health in its chickens by 2017.